September in the South West: Quieter, Slower, Better
Summer gets all the attention, but September might just be our favourite month for a getaway. The crowds thin out, the pace slows down, and the South West starts showing off in a whole new way. Here’s why it’s worth booking one before the year gets away from you!
Reason 1. Quieter Parks and Beaches
Once the school holidays come to an end, the South West takes on a much more relaxed feel. Our holiday parks become quieter, nearby beaches are less crowded, and you’ll find more space to unwind at your own pace. Whether you’re enjoying a peaceful morning coffee outside your accommodation, exploring scenic coastal paths, or spending the day by the sea, September offers all the beauty of summer without the hustle and bustle. It’s the perfect time to slow down and make the most of your holiday.
Reason 2. Dog-Friendly Beaches Reopen
If you’re planning a holiday with your four-legged friend, September is one of the best times to visit. From 1st September, many beaches across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset lift their seasonal dog restrictions, giving your pup the freedom to run, paddle and explore miles of coastline once again. Combined with cooler temperatures and quieter walking routes, it’s an ideal time for long beach walks, scenic adventures and stress-free days out with the whole family.
At Coast & Country Parks, all of our parks are 100% dog friendly, so your best friend is always welcome.
Reason 5; Finally, Golden Autumn Colour
From the Tamar Valley to Exmoor and Dartmoor, early autumn brings a beautiful change of colour to the moors and coastal paths; a completely different look from a summer visit.
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Whether you’re dreaming of dramatic coastal walks on Exmoor, relaxing by the beach in Somerset, or discovering the hidden gems of Cornwall, our collection of holiday parks has something for everyone. Each location offers its own unique charm, with comfortable accommodation, beautiful surroundings and easy access to some of the South West’s most loved attractions. Explore our parks and find the perfect base for your next getaway.
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Directions to Lynmouth Holiday Retreat
Directions to Lynmouth Holiday Retreat, North Devon, EX35 6LD
Please follow these directions for a smooth arrival…
Sat Nav Warning: Do not rely solely on the postcode if using a traditional Sat Nav (excluding Google or Apple Maps), as it may direct you down a narrow private lane. Our entrance is directly on the A39.
Finding Us:
- Google Maps: Click here for navigation
- What3Words: /// seashell.cupboards.riding
Approaching from the East (Minehead/Porlock):
- Stay on the A39, following signs for Blackmoor Gate / Barnstaple / Lynton (B3234).
- Avoid narrow private lanes or “Local Access Only” turn-offs.
- Our entrance is on the right side of the A39, just past the Exmoor Manor Hotel.
Approaching from the West (Recommended for towing):
- Exit M5 at Junction 27 onto A361 toward Barnstaple/Tiverton.
- After 12 miles, exit A361 and follow signs for A399 toward Combe Martin/Ilfracombe.
- Continue on A399 for 19 miles; at Blackmoor Gate, join A39 toward Lynton/Lynmouth.
- In Barbrook, pass Gulf Petrol Station on the right and continue uphill.
- Entrance is on the left, just before Exmoor Manor Hotel.
Final Arrival:
Look for our sign for Lynmouth Retreat on the A39. If you reach or pass the Exmoor Manor Hotel, you have missed the entrance.
Directions to Notter Bridge Holiday Park
Directions to Notter Bridge Holiday Park – Saltash, Cornwall, PL12 4RW
For a smooth arrival, please follow these directions carefully…
Sat Nav Warning: Traditional Sat Nav devices may not account for narrow lanes or local access restrictions. For the best experience, we recommend using Google Maps or Apple Maps with the postcode PL12 4RW.
How to Find Us:
- Google Maps: Click here for navigation
- What3Words: ///swatting.remaining.crossings
Approaching from the East (Plymouth):
- Take the A38 westbound towards Cornwall, crossing the Tamar Bridge.
- At the Carkeel roundabout continue on the A38 towards Liskeard.
- Just before reaching Landrake, turn right following signs for Notter Bridge.
- The entrance to Notter Bridge Holiday Park is on the left immediately after this turn, just before the bridge.
Final Arrival:
Look out for the Notter Bridge Holiday Park sign at the entrance. If you reach Landrake village, you have missed the turn-off.
Approaching from the West (Liskeard):
- Take the A38 eastbound towards Plymouth.
- After passing through Landrake village at the bottom of the hill, take an immediate left following signs for Notter Bridge.
- Take the first left into Notter Bridge Holiday Park.
- If you reach the Carkeel roundabout, you have missed the turn for Notter Bridge. When turning for Notter Bridge, be sure to take the left immediately before the bridge; otherwise, you may end up at Notter Mill Holiday Park.
Directions to Tamar View Holiday Park
Directions to Tamar View Holiday Park, Gunnislake, PL17 8JA
For a smooth arrival, please follow these directions carefully…
How to Find Us:
- Google Maps: Click here for navigation
- What3Words: ///capers.tourist.circus
Approaching from the East (via M5 / Tavistock)
This route takes you through the historic town of Tavistock and over the River Tamar.
- Follow the A386 into Tavistock.
- At the town centre, follow signs for the A390 towards Callington/Liskeard.
- Cross the river at Gunnislake New Bridge (please note: this is a narrow bridge with a steep climb following it).
- Continue uphill on the A390 through Gunnislake and into St Ann’s Chapel.
- After passing the Texaco Garage on your right, our entrance is located approximately 200 yards further on the left-hand side.
Approaching from the West (via Liskeard / Callington)
This is the most straightforward route for those traveling from within Cornwall.
- From the A38, follow signs for the A390 towards Callington.
- At the Callington roundabout, stay on the A390 signposted for Tavistock.
- Follow the A390 for approximately 3 miles into the village of St Ann’s Chapel.
- Slow down before arriving into St Ann’s Chapel, as the entrance to our Holiday Park will be immediately on the right hand side before the Texaco Garage on the left. If you have passed the Texaco garage you have gone too far.
Directions to Yellow Sands Holiday Park
Directions to Yellow Sands Holiday Park, Brean, Burnham-on-Sea, TA8 2SE
For a smooth arrival, please follow these directions carefully.
How to Find Us:
- Google Maps: Click here for navigation
- What3Words: ///backward.examine.hopefully
Sat Nav Warning
When using our postcode TA8 2SE, most systems will lead you directly to us. However, please ensure your route keeps you on the main B3140 (Coast Road). During peak season, the coastal road can be busy, so please allow extra time for your journey.
Recommended Route (Via the M5 – Junction 22)
This is the easiest and most reliable route for all vehicles, including motorhomes and those towing.
- Leave the M5 at Junction 22, signposted Burnham-on-Sea / Brean.
- At the roundabout, take the B3140 towards Burnham-on-Sea / Berrow / Brean.
- Continue straight across the next roundabouts, following signs for Berrow and Brean.
- Stay on the B3140 as you drive through Berrow village.
- As you enter Brean, the road becomes Coast Road.
- Continue past Brean Leisure Park on the right.
Yellow Sands Holiday Park is located shortly after on the left-hand side, directly on Coast Road (beach side).
Approaching from Weston-super-Mare
There is no bridge across the estuary, so you must head inland first.
- Leave Weston-super-Mare on the A370 southbound towards the M5.
- At the East Brent roundabout, turn onto the B3140 towards Berrow / Brean.
- Follow this road through Berrow and into Brean.
- Continue along Coast Road.
The park will be on your left-hand side shortly after passing Brean Leisure Park.
What should I do in the event of emergency?
In the event of an emergency during your C&C stay, call 999.
For non-emergency enquiries, call 101.
Please consult your Welcome Pack (sent in the days just prior to your arrival) for details of the nearest police station.
Can I receive a supermarket food delivery on the park?
Supermarket food deliveries are not permitted on park due to restricted commercial vehicle access for our guests’ safety.
Do you have WiFi?
Yes, WiFi is available at all C&C locations. Information on how to connect to our local WiFi network will be provided upon check-in.
Please note that all C&C holiday retreats are in rural locations and that we cannot always guarantee a strong WiFi signal.
Is there a 24-hour service?
Our park receptions are open throughout the day. Local opening hours and 24/7 emergency contact numbers will be provided upon check-in.
Can our family and friends visit us?
Yes, for the day only, but please register their presence on park at Reception upon their arrival.
Is there a cash point on the parks?
There are no cash points at Coast & Country. However, we accept card and contactless payments in our shop and reception.
Are dogs and other pets allowed?
C&C parks are dog friendly and pets are welcome in most areas, with a maximum of two dogs per caravan.
Please keep dogs on a short lead under strict control around all holiday accommodation. Dogs may not be left unattended anywhere on a C&C park at any time, including inside your accommodation. Please note that you are responsible for your pets at all times, including cleaning up after them and keeping noise to a minimum to avoid disturbing other guests.
We reserve the right to ask the owner of any dog which causes a nuisance or threat to remove it from the park immediately. We cannot accept any breeds listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act.
What is the smoking policy on the park?
We operate a no smoking policy in all buildings and around our play area. We also ask that you not smoke within 15ft of any building entrance.
When smoking around the park, please take care not to smoke too close to fire hazards such as gas canisters, and please remember not to litter.
Smoking is prohibited inside any of our holiday accommodation and charges may apply if this rule is breached.
Can we have a BBQ?
BBQs are permitted, but we ask that you not place them directly onto the ground, decking or picnic benches as this may cause damage. Please dispose of them responsibly.
Our Notter Bridge guests may wish to make use of the sheltered BBQ area located in-between the fishing lake and woodland reserve. Please leave this area as you would wish to find it. You may leave the disposable BBQ in the bins provided “
How do I report lost property?
If you realise once you have left us that you may have left something behind, please call us.
Every effort will be made to locate the missing item, however we are not liable if this isn’t possible or if it is damaged.
When we find your item we will return it to you, but you will be asked to cover the postage cost.”
Is there public transport available?
Yes, public transport is generally available to and from our parks. Please contact Reception for an up-to-date timetable of local services. We can also recommend local taxi companies.
Can I stay near my friends or family?
We do not reserve particular holiday accommodation or pitches prior to your arrival, so regretfully we cannot guarantee you will be near your friends or family. We advise that you aim to arrive early to maximise your chance of securing a pitch where you most want to stay, no earlier than our specified check-in time.
What should I do if we have a problem or complaint?
We do all we can to make sure you enjoy your holiday but sometimes things may go wrong.
If this happens, please contact Reception straight away and we will try and put things right.
If anything cannot be sorted during your stay, please contact our Guest Experience team by email at holidays@coastandcountryparks.co.uk or write to the Operations Manager, c/o Ian James Caravans, Premier Business Park, Huntspill Road, Highbridge, Somerset TA9 3DE no later than 21 days after the end of your holiday.
Who is Coast & Country?
We are a family run group of four holiday parks across the South West.
Our parks are quiet and set-in idyllic locations across Somerset, Devon and Cornwall.
Our parks provide the perfect opportunity for you to establish a base in the South West in a caravan or lodge, on parks that have their own amenities, whether its access to a 7-mile stretch of beach, local walking routes, fishing or panoramic views!
What food is available on site at Lynmouth Holiday Retreat?
What to Eat @ The Retreat this Season!
Make Sure you are Tick Aware – Exmoor National Park
These links will take you to the latest information on ticks, how to prevent tick bites and what action you should take if you are bitten.
What do I need to know before I arrive for my holiday?
Before your arrival, please visit our Pre-Arrival & Check-In page for all the key information you’ll need to help you prepare for your stay, including check-in times, arrival instructions, and useful site details.
Can I extend my stay?
Yes, if we have availability.
For our Static caravan accommodation your stay will need to extend to a normal changeover day, therefore extending by 3, 4 or 7 nights.
For Glamping, camping and touring you can extend by any amount of nights you choose, as long as your accommodation/ pitch is available.
When is reception open?
Our reception hours are as follows:
Lynmouth Holiday Retreat
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:30am – 7:00pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am – 5:00pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am – 5:00pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am – 5:00pm |
| Friday | 8:30am – 7:00pm |
| Saturday | 8:30am – 7:00pm |
| Sunday | 8:30am – 6:00pm |
Tamar Valley Lodge Retreat
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
| Thursday | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
| Friday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Saturday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
Notter Bridge Park
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday – Saturday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
If you need anything outside of these hours, out-of-hours contact details can be found on the reception door and in your welcome email.
Is there an open-top bus near Lynmouth Holiday Retreat?
Can I bring an assistance dog?
Yes.
Recognised assistance dogs are welcome at all Coast & Country Parks. If you have any specific requirements before your stay, our team will be happy to help ensure your holiday is as comfortable as possible.
Where is the nearest supermarket or petrol station to Tamar View and Notter Bridge?
Tamar View
- Co-op, Gunnislake
- Tesco, Callington
- Petrol stations in Gunnislake and Callington
Notter Bridge
- Tesco Superstore, Saltash
- Lidl, Saltash
- Morrisons, Plymouth
- Several nearby petrol stations in Saltash.

